Roan Mountain, North Carolina · Carter County · Facility
This area's steep rugged mountainsides, high-elevation balds and hollows are richly diverse, home to unique and rare plants and animals.Look for rock outcrops, lush wildflower displays and high-elevation mountain balds and spruce-fir forests. In June, experience some of the most prolific Rhododendron bloom in the regio…
This area's steep rugged mountainsides, high-elevation balds and hollows are richly diverse, home to unique and rare plants and animals.Look for rock outcrops, lush wildflower displays and high-elevation mountain balds and spruce-fir forests. In June, experience some of the most prolific Rhododendron bloom in the region. Hike for one day or several on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.Roan Highlands MapRoan Highlands Guide
Heading to Roan Highlands? A few things to know before you go:
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